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Gabriel Muresan, a Romanian soccer player who served as mayor of Apold, drowned in a lake near the town. He was 44 and played for Romania's national team, winning league titles with Cluj during his career.

A U.S.-brokered deal between Lebanon and Israel, contingent on Hezbollah's disarmament, is deepening political divisions in Lebanon. Hezbollah, an Iran-backed group, opposes the agreement, leading to protests and fears of a return to civil war, while the Lebanese government seeks to minimize Iran's influence and negotiate a ceasefire with Israel.

The Ebola death toll in Congo has reached 600 as new suspected cases emerge in Tshopo province, a region previously unaffected. The total confirmed cases now stand at 1,759, with the outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus, which lacks an approved vaccine or treatment. Challenges include funding gaps, attacks on health centers, and conflict in eastern Congo.

China conducted a ballistic missile test in the South Pacific Ocean in 2026, demonstrating its nuclear-capable submarine-launched missile system. The test, part of annual exercises, showcased China's strategic nuclear capabilities and second-strike ability, with experts suggesting the message was primarily directed at the United States. The launch drew criticism from Pacific nations due to its use of international waters and historical concerns over nuclear testing in the region.

Pakistani Navy teams search for five missing crew members of a K2 Airways cargo plane that crashed into the Arabian Sea, battling rough seas and deep-water challenges. Wreckage was recovered, but the main fuselage and crew remain missing as investigations continue.

A new AP-NORC poll reveals that 63% of Jewish adults in the U.S. view antisemitism as a serious problem, with few believing either political party supports Jewish people effectively. Many Jewish Americans, including self-identified Democrats, feel isolated due to criticism of Israel and antisemitism, with 41% saying the Democratic Party supports the Jewish community poorly.

Ukrainian drones attacked Russian oil facilities and set two oil tankers ablaze in the Sea of Azov, exacerbating a fuel crisis in Russia. U.S. President Donald Trump agreed to grant Ukraine a license to manufacture Patriot air defense systems during a NATO summit meeting with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Australia and India signed an administrative deal to resume uranium exports, ending a years-long stalemate over concerns about weapons use. The agreement, announced by Prime Ministers Anthony Albanese and Narendra Modi, enacts a 2014 deal conditional on International Atomic Energy Agency safeguards and separation of India's civilian and military nuclear programs.

Nominations open for the Labour Party leadership contest to replace Keir Starmer as UK prime minister, with Andy Burnham expected to be the sole candidate. Burnham is set to secure the required 80 lawmaker signatures, while other potential contenders like Al Carns have withdrawn, endorsing his leadership.

Iran is deeply divided following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who ruled for over three decades. His funeral in Tehran drew massive crowds of supporters, but underlying societal tensions persist due to repression, sanctions, and economic issues. A tech worker in Tehran highlights growing family and national divides, with hard-liners celebrating Khamenei as a martyr while critics blame him for decades of turmoil.

South Korea’s Supreme Court upheld a seven-year prison sentence for former President Yoon Suk Yeol in a case related to his 2024 martial law declaration. The ruling confirmed his guilt for infringing on Cabinet members’ rights, falsifying documents, and using security forces to resist arrest, aligning with earlier decisions by the Constitutional Court.

Landslides in Rohingya refugee camps in Bangladesh's Cox’s Bazar killed at least 13 refugees, including five children, prompting authorities to relocate people from risky areas. Rescuers and volunteers conducted evacuation efforts amid forecasts of more rain, with over 1,000 people already moved. Previous landslides in the region have caused additional deaths in recent days.

Flooding caused by Tropical Storm Maysak in southern China has killed 39 people, with 26 deaths linked to a dam breach in Nanning, Guangxi. Rescue operations involving drones and thousands of boats have evacuated around 130,000 people.

Asian stocks declined and oil prices rose as Iran and the U.S. exchanged attacks, escalating Middle East tensions. The U.S. launched airstrikes on Iran, which retaliated by targeting Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar, following a declaration by U.S. President Donald Trump that a temporary ceasefire was 'over.'

The Egyptian Football Association criticized officiating in Egypt's 3-2 World Cup loss to Argentina, alleging unfair and biased decisions, including a disputed Video Assistant Referee (VAR) call that nullified a goal. Egypt's coach and players expressed frustration over key incidents that influenced the game's outcome.

Italy's Calabria region continues to employ Cuban doctors under a long-running program despite U.S. pressure to end it. The doctors address a severe healthcare worker shortage in the region, which has led to hospital closures and long patient wait times.

President Donald Trump’s proposed 250-foot triumphal arch in Washington is under review by the National Capital Planning Commission, which recommends design changes to comply with federal height restrictions. Opponents argue the arch would disrupt the skyline and sightlines between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery, while a group of veterans and a historian has sued to block the project.

Utah prosecutors plan to play redacted statements from Lance Twiggs, the roommate of Tyler Robinson, who is accused of fatally shooting conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Robinson faces aggravated murder charges and has not entered a plea, while Twiggs provided statements under immunity. The case involves claims of a confession in a note and text messages linking Robinson to the shooting.

Haley Stevens, a Michigan House representative, emphasizes her record of defeating Republicans in elections as she campaigns for the Democratic Senate primary against Abdul El-Sayed. Democrats must choose between Stevens' electability and El-Sayed's progressive policies to secure the Senate seat critical for their majority hopes.

The United States launched airstrikes against Iran, targeting military sites and port facilities, while Iran retaliated by attacking Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar. U.S. President Donald Trump warned of escalated consequences if Iranian attacks on shipping persist, citing the threat to freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.